Raspberry Cream Cheese Sweet Rolls with Vanilla Glaze
There’s something about warm sweet rolls that makes a morning feel slower in the best way.
And these take it even further.
Soft, fluffy rolls swirled with creamy filling and bright raspberry, finished with a sweet vanilla glaze that melts right into every layer. Light, tender, and just rich enough to feel special.
What you’ll need
• 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
• 3/4 cup warm milk
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 egg
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp salt
For the filling:
• 4 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/3 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup raspberry preserves or mashed raspberries
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the glaze:
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2–3 tbsp milk
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
How it comes togethe
In a bowl, combine warm milk, yeast, and a pinch of sugar, letting it sit until foamy (about 5–10 minutes).
Stir in sugar, egg, melted butter, and salt.
Gradually add flour, mixing until a soft dough forms.
Knead for about 5–7 minutes until smooth and slightly elastic.
Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise until doubled (about 1 hour).
In a small bowl, mix cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
Roll out the dough into a rectangle.
Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly, then spoon raspberry filling over the top.
Roll tightly into a log and slice into rolls.
Place in a greased baking dish, cover, and let rise again for about 30 minutes.
Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20–25 minutes until golden and fluffy.
Whisk together glaze ingredients and drizzle generously over warm rolls so it melts into every swirl.
The best part
Pull one apart while it’s still warm.
The glaze melts into the soft layers, while the raspberry and cream cheese blend into a smooth, slightly tangy filling that makes every bite feel soft and balanced.
MORE DESSERTS YOU’LL LOVE
If you enjoy soft, bakery-style desserts like this, there are plenty more to explore on KlikRecipes.
The Blueberry Cream Cheese Muffin Cake brings that same fluffy texture with creamy pockets, while the Strawberry Cream Cheese Mochi Donuts offer a softer, slightly chewy twist.
If you’re in the mood for something layered and indulgent, the Strawberry Cream Pancake Overload Tower delivers that same creamy fruit combination.
And for a richer dessert, the Caramel Buttercream Brownie Explosion Bomb adds a deep, gooey chocolate contrast.
